1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 81 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
